Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 1, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the service. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixels.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
| Category | Purpose | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Authentication, security, and core functionality. These cookies are necessary for the Service to work. | Required |
| Functional | Remembering your preferences like language, currency display, and dashboard layout. | Optional |
| Analytics | Understanding how visitors use our website so we can improve the experience. We use privacy-friendly analytics. | Optional |
3. What We Don't Do
- ✓We do not use advertising or tracking cookies
- ✓We do not sell cookie data to third parties
- ✓We do not use cross-site tracking
- ✓We do not build advertising profiles from your data
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services integrated into the Service may set their own cookies:
- Stripe — for secure payment processing (essential)
- Plaid — for bank account connection flows (essential)
These providers have their own cookie and privacy policies. We choose partners who share our commitment to user privacy.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies in several ways:
- Browser settings: Most browsers let you view, manage, and delete cookies through their settings
- In-app preferences: You can manage optional cookie preferences from your account settings
- Opt-out: You can disable non-essential cookies at any time without affecting core functionality
Note that disabling essential cookies may prevent certain features of the Service from working properly.
6. Cookie Duration
We use two types of cookies based on duration:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser. Used for authentication state.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 1 year). Used for remembering preferences and analytics.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and notify you of material changes.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@trendingbudget.com or visit our Contact page.